SURPRISE, Ariz. – According to Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus, the severity of his elbow tightness has been exaggerated.

The Rangers, however, are operating with extreme caution.

Andrus said Tuesday afternoon that he expected to play in Tuesday night’s exhibition against Chicago hours after manager Ron Washington confirmed that he had been scratched with renewed tightness in his elbow. Regardless, Andrus remained out of the starting lineup.

Team officials said he will not throw for the next two days and will be examined by team physician Dr. Keith Meister on Friday. They will re-evaluate after that exam.

“I feel good,” Andrus said after a pre-game weightlighting workout and treatment. “There was a little tightness there, but there is nothing to worry about. I’m good.”

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